Jetson Orin Nano/NX AI Carrier Board
High-performance carrier board designed for AI edge computing
AstrOptix AI Carrier Board
High-performance carrier board compatible with Jetson Orin Nano/NX
- Supports Super mode
- 1 Gbps Ethernet
- M.2 Key E expansion for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules
- M.2 Key M expansion for NVMe SSD storage
- Supports 1 × LVDS (Sony FCB, Tamron or KT&C), 1 × MIPI CSI-2 (Sony FCB).
- Supports 1 × HDMI (Sony FCB) via optional bridge module.
AstrOptix AI Carrier Board
The AstrOptix Orin Nano/NX Carrier Board V1 is a high-performance embedded vision and compute platform engineered around NVIDIA's Jetson Orin Nano and Orin NX modules. The platform fully unlocks the capabilities of both modules including Super Mode to deliver maximum AI throughput for demanding real-time applications.
Designed for seamless integration, the board natively supports LVDS cameras from Sony (FCB-EV9520L, FCB-EV9500L), Tamron (MP3010M-EV), and KT&C (ATC-HZ5540T-LP). It also supports Sony’s FCB-EV9500M MIPI camera via a secondary 4-lane MIPI interface over a 30-pin Kel connector. Additionally, support for 4K HDMI cameras including the Sony FCB-ER8530 and FCB-EW9500H is available through optional bridge modules, enabling broad compatibility across diverse camera ecosystems and deployment scenarios.
The platform combines powerful AI inference, real-time video encoding, and flexible I/O interfacing in a compact, deployment-ready form factor. It is purpose-built for UAVs, defence imaging systems, robotics platforms, and edge AI vision applications where performance, reliability, and integration flexibility are mission critical.
The board supports a 1 Gbps Ethernet stream through a compact Molex Pico clasp 1.0 mm connector, enabling efficient network-based video transmission and remote AI-assisted analytics. A micro-HDMI output allows convenient local monitoring when required. For expansion, the board includes both M.2 Key E and M.2 Key M slots, supporting Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules and NVMe SSDs to provide high-speed wireless connectivity and onboard storage. Additional interfaces such as UART TTL/RS422, I²C, CAN, SPI, and GPIO offer extensive system-level control and customization options.
Dual UART channels with 3.3 V CMOS levels allow simultaneous VISCA protocol control of multiple Sony FCB cameras. A CR1216 RTC battery holder is included to maintain accurate timestamping in embedded or remote applications. Power input is provided through a Molex Micro fit plus connector, supported by onboard regulation and LED indicators for power status.
Featuring a compact 90 × 60 mm footprint, industrial-grade construction, and an operating temperature range of –40 °C to +85°C, AstrOptix Carrier Board offers rugged reliability and top-tier performance for next-generation intelligent vision systems.
Typical Applications Include:
- AI Edge Computing and Vision Analytics
- Multi-Camera Networked Vision Systems
- Robotics and Autonomous Platforms
- Industrial & Machine Vision Systems
- Defense and Security Imaging
- UAV / ROV Payloads
- Smart Surveillance and Remote Monitoring
- Embedded Vision Research & Prototyping
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| CPU/GPU Module | NVIDIA Orin Nano/NX |
| Storage | NVMe SSD via M.2 Key M 2242 |
| Camera Interfaces | 1 × LVDS (Sony FCB-EV series, KT&C, Tamron), 1 × MIPI CSI-2 four lanes (Sony FCB-EV9500M), optional HDMI via bridge board. |
| Power Switch | GPIO-controlled load switches for LVDS and MIPI camera power rails |
| Network Interface | 1 Gbps Ethernet via 1 mm Molex pico-clasp connector and M.2 Key E (Wi-Fi/BT) 2230 |
| Display Interface | Micro HDMI |
| USB Interface | USB Type-C for Flashing, Debugging & Data Transfer |
| SPI Interface | Yes, 4-pin 1 mm Molex pico-clasp connector |
| CAN Interface | Yes, 4-pin 1 mm Molex pico-clasp connector |
| UART Channels | 2 independent dedicated channels for camera VISCA control via KEL connector |
| Expansion Header | I²C, UART TTL/RS422 & GPIO via 10-pin 1 mm Molex pico-clasp connector |
| RTC | Onboard CR1216 battery holder |
| Power Input | 2-pin Molex Micro-fit plus connector, 12–19 V regulated |
| Fan | PWM-controlled onboard fan |
| Operating Temp | –40 °C to +85 °C |
| Dimensions (L × W) | 90 × 60 mm |
| Weight | 38.3 g |
| Compliance | RoHS |
AstrOptix AI Carrier Documentation
Everything you need to integrate and deploy the carrier board.
